Complexe © Hydro-Québec
Complexe hydroélectrique de Shawinigan et de la Cité de l’énergie © Hydro-Québec
Vue de l'intérieur de la centrale © Hydro-Québec
Vue de l'intérieur de la centrale © Hydro-Québec
Visite guidée de la centrale de Shawinigan-2 © Hydro-Québec
Visite guidée © Hydro-Québec
Exposition à la N.A.C. © Hydro-Québec
Exposition à la N.A.C. © Hydro-Québec
Exposition à la N.A.C. © Hydro-Québec
Intérieur d'une ancienne conduite forcée © Hydro-Québec
La Cité de l'énergie · 1000 Avenue Melville, Shawinigan
Visit the Cité de l’énergie and discover the beautiful century-old Shawinigan-2 power station, built in 1910 on the site of the Saint-Maurice River Falls. It is Hydro-Québec’s oldest operating power station. Take the opportunity to see the former N.A.C. power station and the permanent exhibition.
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Free admission and free parking.
Other fees may apply. Indicative prices, please check with the establishment.
Centrale de Shawinigan-2 (Hydro-Québec) is located in Shawinigan (Mauricie), about 120 km from Quebec City as the crow flies.
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Centrale de Shawinigan-2 (Hydro-Québec) is located at 1000 Avenue Melville, Shawinigan, in the Mauricie region. It is about 120 km from Quebec City as the crow flies.
Yes, admission is free. Some activities or services may have a fee.
Yes: free on-site parking and parking for buses and coaches.
Yes, an electric vehicle charging station is available on site.
Yes, children are welcome.
On site: restrooms.
Yes, a lookout or observation tower offers a panoramic view.
Yes, guided tours are offered. For groups, they are offered in French and in English.
Yes, groups are welcome. Contact the establishment to plan your visit.
You can reach the establishment by phone at 819 536-8516 or on its website: hydroquebec.com/visites-installations/visites-grand-public/cite-energie-shawinigan-2-mauricie.html.
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Last updated: June 23, 2026
